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It’s Tri Time!

This month marks the 35th Anniversary of the Chicago Triathlon, and while you all have been training for months for the world-class event, we have been preparing this program to ensure you’re as ready as you possibly can be. You’ll find the Official Transamerica Chicago Triathlon Program in the centerfold, including everything you need from the course map to the schedule to spectating information for your friends and families.

Because it’s such a special year, we wanted to celebrate by taking a look at all three and a half decades, not just this year. After some digging and talking to some of the first runners and winners, we realized that not only does this event have rich history, but it showcases Chicago’s history as well. Find out why the first event almost didn’t go on in 1983 on page 8 of the program.

We also have information on the Chicago Kid’s triathlon on page 20 and advice to perfect those transitions on page 18.

Finally, we spoke to four different, local triathletes and got their unique stories. Read about their greatest memories, their goals and advice to YOU on page 23.

For those of you not doing the Chicago Triathlon, don’t worry, we didn’t leave you out! CARA weighs in on their last minute marathon training and tapering tips on page 14. Looking for a change in routine? Try pilates! On page 28, instructors explain why it’s the best cross training exercise for endurance athletes.

Basically, we have a little something for everyone this month. Even if you’re not a triathlete and the Chicago Triathlon isn’t on your calendar, mark the date and come spectate; not only will you see impressive and inspiring athletes doing what they love, but you’ll be a part of history.

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Local Triathlete Profiles Athletes with Four Unique Stories Share the Love of One Sport.

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As of July 7, part of the Lakefront Trail is separated, DNA Info reported.

From 31st to 41st streets on the South Side, bikers and runners can enjoy their own paths, hopefully alleviating congestion and making the path safer overall.

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PERFORMANCE MINERAL-BASED SUNSCREEN FOR HOT AND SUNNY CHICAGO SUMMERS Chicago summers can be particularly trying for runners, cyclists and triathletes. Staying hydrated, cool and keeping muscles working are performance concerns that athletes and industry professionals address frequently with products, advice and through hours of training.

With so many immediate environmental and physical concerns related to a rising thermometer, protecting your skin from the elements can quickly fall down your list of priorities. Get one training sunburn and deal with the performance consequences of burned and damaged skin--not to mention the actual health and cancer concerns of over-exposure--and you will never let skin protection slip down that list again.

On that note, as the heat and humidity began rising this summer, a colleague recommended a sports sunscreen product called “Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen” (what a name!) that features one of the coolest packages we’ve seen. The bottle literally changes colors from white to blue or pink (depending on the formula) in the presence of harmful UV rays. If you have kids, the package off ers a rather poignant teaching moment. Just have little Billy or Suzy pull it out of your bag on a cloudy day and--when the bottle turns colors--it shows them in a fun way that they need to be wearing sunscreen.

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Moving past the smart packaging, Blue Lizard touts an Environmental Work Group (pretty much the standardbearer when it comes to non-profit organizations concerned with public health and environment protection) its top rating of a “1” for two of their flagship mineral-based sunscreens.

This coveted rating means that they are clean and absent harsh chemicals. Blue Lizard also offers a “Sport” performance product that meets the FDA standard for 80-minutes water resistance, but also meets Australian standards (which are higher than those in the U.S.) and is water resistant for 240-minutes based on those Australian standards.

After testing the product on some training runs, I was blown away by the protection afforded by the “Sport” formula and, when I didn’t need full-blown endurance performance, happy with the gentle touch and solid sun protection from their other formulas. Finding a product that removes harsh chemicals from the skin and delivers on performance is important to me and my family and I’m happy Blue Lizard has filled that need and would recommend athletes give mineral sunscreens a try. But, if you want the real takeaway from this article, it’s that once in a (very) great while, co-workers can offer advice that isn’t terrible and doesn’t lead to a break-up or termination.

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at the newly separated path for a ribbon cutting ceremony the morning of the opening.

“The lakefront is our defining characteristic,” Mayor Rahm Emanuel says.

“With this investment the lakefront is a defining part of our future. This is our Grand Canyon, the lake is our Yellowstone Park.”

Work from Fullerton Avenue to Ohio Street and from 31st to 51st continues this summer, and the entire 18-mile path will be separated by 2018. The Navy Pier Flyover Bridge that will connect to the Lakefront Trail is also set to be finished next year.

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While spin classes are hot in the world of studio fitness right now, the only scrutiny it may get is that your upper body gets neglected in stationary bike workouts. However, a new class, Bikettle, adds a strength element to give participants a full body workout.

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The bank also becomes the exclusive presenting partner for eight popular races in RAM Racing’s 2017 Chicago Racing Series. The sponsorship marks the first time in RAM’s history it has secured naming rights or a multi-event presenting partner.

“This is a great partnership for our two Chicago-based companies,” said Steve Ginsburg, RAM’s CEO, “because our philosophies are so similar. RAM always looks for sponsors who are as dedicated to benefitting the running and charitable communities as we are. In MB Financial, we found a perfect match since giving back is a priority for them, too.”

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Located in West Humboldt Park, Bikettle is your typical spin class, with a combination of hills and sprints on a stationary bike, but participants are given a five or 10-pound kettle ball to “dance” with while they work.

It’s like “dancing on a bike,” founder Quentin Love told DNAinfo. “Bikettle goes beyond the physical; it elevates you to a new mindset.”

Love specifically brought Bikettle to Humbodlt Park because it has a reputation of violence and poverty, so he wanted to bring positivity to the neighborhood through fitness and wellness.

Everyone gets to try Bikettle free for the first time, and each class after is $10. Bikettle also offers membership packages.

The fitness studio is located at 4353 W. North Avenue and class schedules and more information can be found at www.bikettle.com.

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CARA Names New Executive Director THE CHICAGO AREA RUNNER’S ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCED THE PASSING OF THE TORCH TO A NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR; IN AUGUST, CURRENT DIRECTOR KEVIN JERMYN WILL RETURN TO NORTH CAROLINA TO

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Hipp has been with CAR A since 2015 and in just two years has served many roles. Starting as Manager of Road Race Services, he worked up to Director of Road Race Services, and then became the Director of Marketing and Events.

“We’ve had a number of different staff changes in the last two years and in each one I’ve had the opportunity to step in and fill some rolls,” Hipp says. “I’ve gotten the chance to be with almost every part of CARA: racing, training and volunteers, in a way that not every staff member gets to.”

When he takes over in August, he plans on continuing many of Jermyn’s projects, with emphasis on the organization’s membership.

“We are a membership-driven organization, so we really want our members to have a stronger voice,” he explains.

“We are a large organization but we don’t have to be different then a local running club, so we are going to continue to look for ways for CARA to run by the members first.”

More specifically, Hipp wants to add more events that aren’t just runs or races, he just wants to bring people from the running community together more often. Currently, CARA has over 700 events this year, but many of those are individual marathon training sessions; while he sees the value in those, he wants to explore social programming to engage members in other ways too.

“We want to serve every part of the running community,” Hipp adds.

40 New Divvy Stations The city will see more blue bikes riding around this summer as 40 more Divvy stations will be added in some areas, bringing 400 more bicycles total.

Divvy is celebrating its fourth birthday in Chicago this summer, with over 580 stations and 5,800 bikes. Since coming to the city in 2013, more than 11 million trips have been taken.

Having had many different roles within the organization, Hipp values the nature of a non-profit and wants people to notice that’s what makes CARA different than other clubs.

“Our mission doesn’t change just because our director changes… what our members get is only ever growing and I really feel like the mission is the boss around here, not me,” he says.

Running has been a part of Hipp’s life since fifth grade; he distinctly remembers running his first lap around his school track, and immediately falling in love with the sport. “I had a Runner’s World subscription that night,” he reminisces.

In high school and college, Hipp ran competitively, and although he doesn’t do that anymore, he still enjoys running every day. In fact, Hipp is a paying CAR A member himself.

Jermyn, who took on the position in October 2016, feels confident in Hipp’s ability to pick up where he left off on many projects.

“I love that were continuing to make running more affordable and bring it to areas where it’s less prevalent,” Jermyn says. “I enjoyed my time at CARA and I feel really excited and confident that Greg is going to do great things for the running community in Chicago.”

Upon his return to North Carolina, Jermyn will resume his coaching career.

Local Woman Creates Athleisure Line to Empower Women During her battle with weight loss, Chicagoan Jenny Gresla noticed that most athletic clothing lines focused on the end results, and there was not much for people just starting their journey to fitness. After conducting a brief survey among women, she realized she wasn’t alone in this realization.

“There was a common theme that tops are too short and too tight in midsection, so women are forced to go up a size but then it still doesn’t fit right,” Gresla says. “I couldn’t find anything I felt comfortable in, so I decided to take matters into my own hands.”

So, Gresla created SELA Fit, a brand that focuses on the journey to health and fitness. SELA stands for “See potential, Embrace the journey, Live with intention, Act with perseverance.”

Right now, SELA is an online-only store that offers two different types of shirts; both styles are longer and fitted at the bottom, but looser around the midsection. The material is 100 percent Polyester, making it breathable and moisture wicking.

“The tops are nothing super scientific, I just made tweaks based on what I know women like myself would like,” Gresla adds.

“For example, the Simone tank has a back draping, because I know a lot of people are self-conscious with extra skin or bra buldges in back, so I wanted to make them more comfortable by honing that down.”

Gresla plans on launching three more tops this fall, and hopes to eventually expand to all activewear pieces, including leggings and sports bras, along with different styles to suit those at all parts of their journey.

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Vegready meal prepping is a task of the past According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, vegans are less likely to develop heart disease, cancer, diabetes or high blood pressure than meat-eaters are. Because of this, more and more people are taking on the Vegan diet.

However, buying and preparing Vegan meals can be difficult, expensive and tedious – that’s where VegReady comes in. VegReady is a new Kickstarter company that delivers plant-based, ready-to-eat meals to your door monthly.

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What you put inside your body is just as important as what you make your body do during training.

“When you’re in a hurry but need a healthy meal, VegReady is the answer,” founder Mark Perlmutter says. “The future of the convenience of our food is plant-based and personalized.”

VegReady meals do not require refrigeration, defrosting or cooking, and only contain natural ingredients, with no GMO’s or preservatives. The meals, containing “medicinal herbs and exotic flavors,” are from four international cuisines: South American, Middle Eastern, Southeast Asian and India and Pakistan.

All meals can be stored in a cabinet or drawer, and just need to be opened when ready to eat.

VegReady also offers personalized meals where customers can customize what they like, and they can match the meals to their own biochemistry with the DNA algorithm.

“Our Mission is to help millions of f lexitarians eat more plant-based meals by offering the most convenient, delicious and affordable healthy meals on the market,” its website says.

I tried a VegReady snack myself; the snack I got was the mango and jalapeño quinoa snack, and although quinoa usually doesn’t appeal to me, I did enjoy it. The quinoa came in a small container with a mango, jalapeño-like salsa in a separate container on top. I mixed the two together, and the smell itself got my tastebuds excited – it smelled like sweet peppers and rice!

I was skeptical about the room temperature concept of VegReady, but this snack tasted great after sitting in my purse all morning. Plus, it satisfied me until lunchtime.

While many may scrutinize a Vegan diet for its lack of nutrients, VegReady assures customers that they will provide everything you need to be healthy. Plant protein, fiber and minerals are all included in the foods, without the negative components of meat such as cholesterol and saturated fat.

Not only is this diet good for you, but it’s good for the environment too. Mass meat and poultry production have a huge negative effect on the environment, so VegReady improves your carbon footprint with every meal you eat.

The Kickstarter launched on July 14, and can be ordered at VegReady.com. VegReady ensures you will love the meals, or your money back.

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Fruit and nut bars recipe Fruit and nut bars offer a great source of carbohydrate in the grains and berries, and gordon ramsay, British Celebrity Chef, claims this is the perfect pre-race snack. ingredientS: 1 cup pitted dates Vegetable oil cooking spray 1½ cups oats, finely ground ⅓1 cup dried cranberries, chopped ⅓1 cup dried cherries, chopped ⅓1 cup dried blueberries 2 tbsp oat bran 3 tbsp ground linseed 1 cup hazelnuts, toasted, chopped ½ cup pistachios, toasted, chopped 1⅓ cup almonds, chopped ½ tsp coarse salt ½ tsp ground cinnamon 3 tbsp of honey directionS: 1. Preheat oven to 180C/350F/gas 4. in a small saucepan, cover the dates with water. Bring to a simmer. Cook until the dates are tender. Drain and purée in a food processor.

2. Spray a 9in baking dish with the vegetable spray.

Mix the oats, dried fruit, bran, linseed, nuts, salt and cinnamon in a bowl. Fold in the date purée and honey. Press the mixture in the pan and make it even on all sides.

3. Bake for 20 minutes or until the mixture feels firm and the edges are golden brown.

4. Makes 8 bars. recipe source: www.runladylike.com

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Patrick Jackson

After graduating from Marquette University in 2010, Jackson took his competitive swimming background from his childhood and put it into triathlon training.

Although it started as a way to stay in shape after college, Jackson was hooked after this race, and immediately upgraded his old Miyata bike to start training for more.

Since then, he has completed two Ironmans, along with countless half Ironmans, sprint and Olympic distance races. At this year’s Elkhart Lake Olympic, Jackson took first, and he took second at the Pleasant Prairie Olympic Triathlon this June where he got his Olympic PR of 2:04:44. His current Ironman PR is 10:22:42 from the 2016 Wisconsin race. He hopes to qualify for the 2018 World Championships in Australia after racing USAT nationals in sprint and Olympic distances this August. “I have enjoyed the competitiveness and friends I have met over the years competing in triathlons,” Jackson says.

Manon BlackMan

Growing up in a family of runners, Manon Blackman didn’t want to be a follower and was averse to the idea of running. However, come high school, “cross country and track drew me in and I couldn’t stay away.

I fell in love,” Blackman says. Although she didn’t run competitively in college, she remained active through the Northwestern University triathlon team, who she now considers her endurance family. Now, she does compete competitively with her team, and runs extra races of her choice on the side too. This year at the Boston Marathon, Blackman finished with an impressive time of 3:01:18, which now is her marathon PR. She also achieved her half marathon PR this year at the F^3 Lake Half Marathon in January with a time of 1:28:31. Triathlon-wise, her best time was at the 2016 Grand Rapids Triathlon, coming in at 2:30:33.

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Tips on Tapering FALL MARATHON RUNNERS ARE NOW APPROACHING THE FINAL WEEKS OF THEIR TRAINING PLANS AND UNDOUBTEDLY RACE DAY IS BEGINNING TO FEEL VERY REAL. WITH RUNNERS EXPERIENCING A GROWING SENSE OF URGENCY TO BE RACE READY, WE REACHED OUT TO SOME OF THE MOST EXPERIENCED LEADERS IN CHICAGO MARATHON RUNNING WHO LEAD CARA MARATHON TRAINING SITES FOR THEIR BEST FINAL TIPS. Visualize a Successful Race Day In addition to physical and logistical preparation, CARA Darien Site Coordinator Jim Murphy stresses the need to prepare mentally. “A week before the race you should know in detail your race day schedule -when you wake up, how you will get to the race, what you will wear and eat,” says Murphy.

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For several days before the race Jim suggests finding a quiet and relaxing place, and taking some time to close your eyes and visualize race day. Picture what you will see and do, starting with waking up in a positive state after a good night’s sleep. Rehearse mentally yourself going through all the little details, even a trip to the port potties, stress free.

“Watching videos on the Bank of America Chicago Marathon web site is a great way to see and hear what race day is actually like,” Murphy adds. This will allow you to create imagery during your vitalization exercises that feels real. Visualize the crowds, the music at the start, and running those first few miles.

Murphy notes you should also visualize “rough patches” when fatigue is catching up to you, and how you will engage in positive self-talk that you prepared and rehearsed before the run.

Murphy’s final advice is to visualize the cheering getting louder as you turn the corner on Roosevelt Road in Chicago. Picture the finish line and see the clock at your goal time; seeing this success through visualization is something you can go back to in your mind on race day.

Avoid Anything New Runners have heard it before, that they should avoid doing anything new during the taper, but still so many of us regularly do. CARA Libertyville site coordinator Bill Pierce recognizes that the extra time experienced from decreased training, and a heightened sense of urgency to be race ready, often leads runners to look for new things to add to their program at the last minute.

“Just because you have more time during the final few weeks, doesn’t mean that you should fill it with anything different,” Pierce says. Doing so, in most cases, is a risk to your race day preparations.

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are not worth the risk of injury or soreness during the taper. You will have plenty of time, with much lower risks, after the race when you have recovered properly to try new things.

CARA Downtown Site Coordinator Betsy Balgooyen Keller backs up that point with key advice to “trust in your training.” Keller urges runners to stick with what you did in training, sticking to the taper and leaving the new things or products you saw at the expo for another time.

Fist Bumps over Handshakes Pierce provides a unique instruction to his runners; that is, “stop shaking hands in the weeks leading up to race day.” No, it is not about being anti-social, it is about avoiding germs. The last thing you want to derail your marathon goal after 18 weeks of training is illness.

Getting through 26.2 is challenging enough without having health problems. Pierce notes that even recovering from an illness early in the taper can have residual affects come race day.

If handshakes and personal contact with others is unavoidable, Pierce reminds runners to wash their hands, keep hand sanitizer nearby or give a fist bump.

If You Can Run 20, You Can Do It CARA Wheaton Site Coordinator Jim Laubsted tells his group “If you can run this program through the 20 miler, you can run a marathon.” Whether you train with CARA or not, if you have committed to, and followed through with, a training plan, then you should have the confidence to finish a marathon.

Laubsted admits that if you asked yourself after the 20 miler if you could have done another six miles, your answer is probably no. But he reminds runners that the 20 miler was hard because your body is still adjusting to increasing mileage. “In most cases, you haven’t run 20 miles before and you could have said the same thing about 18 miles two weeks ago,” Laubsted adds. It is important to recognize that your body is continually adapting and improving leading up to race day.

Laubsted notes that the taper is one of the key in marathon training. Lets your body rest and rebuild without losing the training you have put in.

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EvEryday Athlete watch them together. Paul witnessed his motivated brother trade his wheelchair for crutches, and then learn to walk on his own again.

“My presence with my brother was the motivation he needed to recover. I am forever grateful to Red Cross for their support,” Paul says.

Paul’s training for the Chicago Marathon has been going well; having never ran more than a mile until about two years ago, he recently moved to East Lakeview and discovered the lakefront running path where he says, “I could suddenly run forever! Ten miles seems like a walk in the park these days.”

“i will be focusing on our troops and the red Cross during the race, especially when i am feeling winded. if they can put it all on the line to protect me, i can go all out for 26.2 miles for them.”

In April, he ran the Illinois Half-Marathon on the campus of his alma mater in 1:50, and hopes to break four hours at the Chicago Marathon.

“Patrick knows I’m running for Team Red Cross because of his experience. He doesn’t want any attention, but I know he will support me on marathon day,” Paul says.

Paul Madison paul madison will be running his first marathon on oct. 8, at the bank of america chicago marathon to challenge himself and raise money for a meaningful cause, the american red cross.

Paul grew up in Mundelein, IL and is the eighth of 12 children in his family. He played fullback and linebacker at Carmel Catholic High School for four years and was on the track & field team for the long and triple jumps.

In 2008, when Paul was finishing up his freshman year of high school, two of his brothers, Mark and Patrick, were serving the United States Army in Iraq.

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been my biggest role models and closest friends,” Paul says.

This would be a trying time for any military family, especially a family with 12 children during a national recession. Luckily, after a year at Walter Reed Military Hospital, Patrick made a full recovery from his injuries, to which Paul attributes to the American Red Cross.

Paul spent a lot of time with Patrick during his recovery, escorting him to doctor’s appointments, bringing him meals and renting movies so that they could

“I will be focusing on our troops and the Red Cross during the race, especially when I am feeling winded. If they can put it all on the line to protect me, I can go all out for 26.2 miles for them.”

Writer’s Note: While the American Red Cross is widely acknowledged for blood drives and helping victims of weather and fire disasters, their support of military families in need is less well known but just as important.

If you wish, please visit Paul’s webpage: www.crowdrise.com/2017-chicago-marathon-teamred-cross/fundraiser/paulmadison Thank you to Paul’s brother, Patrick, for his service to our country and for keeping us free and safe.

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Photo by nathan Schneeberger, Snowy Mountain Photography heather haviland, former uSat amateur triathlete of the year and professional long course circuit racer, stresses the importance of practicing transitions frequently before race day.

transitioning to and From the Bike tranSitionS can Make or break your exPerience on race day; forgotten gear, insufficient scoping out of the transition area, or getting lost in the hectic, heart-pumpingness of race day can all spell disaster for an event that you’ve trained long and hard. luckily, with equal parts planning and practice, you can breeze through your transitions with little to no anxiety come race day.

Heather Haviland and JP McCarthy have each been racing triathlons since the 1990s and have their fair share of wisdom to impart to both newbie and seasoned triathletes. Break down your transition prep into two categories: Logistical and Physical. For logistics, minimalism is key. Get rid of unnecessary items and do not keep your backpack at the rack.

“Often times, with the excitement and elevated HR, athletes have a hard time finding their bikes or re-racking their bikes—it can cause confusion, you don’t want extra stuff in the way” says Haviland, former USAT Amateur Triathlete of the Year and professional long course circuit racer.

Once you’ve gotten your gear sorted, walk the transition area, count spots and rows, and make note of landmarks. McCarthy, SRAM Product Manager and 18-year tri-veteran, even recommends returning to do a double check right before transition closes.

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I once chose not to wear contacts for a sprint race, leaving my prescription sunglasses in my helmet. I had walked transition with glasses on, and when I got out of the water with no glasses, transition looked completely different.”

Once your pre-race logistical preparations are checked off your list, it’s time to focus back on those physical efforts that got you there in the first place.

You wouldn’t enter a triathlon without training for the swim or the bike or the run, and transitions are no different.

As Haviland points out, “transitions are another discipline in the sport … and can make or cost you the win.”

“Walk entry and exit routes again—things look different when the racks are filled.”

In order to make this fourth discipline as strong as the others, Haviland is emphatic about practicing outside of race settings. Habits as simple as always keeping your shoes on your tri-bike during training force you to get on and off your bike ‘transition style’. “It offers a lot of practice with very little effort,” she adds.

He also advises to wear the same eyewear that you plan on racing in. “I wear prescription lenses and

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county park on off hours. “After a good warm up on the bike and run, setup your transition area as you would have it in the race. Note where your mount and dismounts are and practice these as well.”

All of these preparatory have big payoffs on race day. It’s important to keep a level head, focus on your efforts, and feel comfortable relying on the systems that you’ve put in place to ensure your transitions don’t trip you up. As you approach T1, swim all the way to the shore. Haviland’s rule is stop only once your hand hits the bottom and you have bent your elbow as much as you can.

Once you’re on land, willingly accept help from people in the transition area. McCarthy also suggests baby oil inside and outside the cuffs, as it will aid in removal of your wetsuit. Finally, keep in mind your goal for the event. If it’s a podium spot, then glide through those transitions as quickly and smoothly as possible. If it’s simply to finish? Transitions offer an opportunity to get some rest. Take a few breaths, maintain hydration, and focus on making your next segment as strong as possible.

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although the summer of 2017 is more than half over, young triathletes and paratriathletes can still participate in one of the nation’s largest kids’ triathlons on august 26. the lifetime kids tri kicks off at 7 a.m. at foster avenue beach with a triathlon for kids between age 7 and 14.

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Siblings Molly and Noah Garrison are triathletes Kids love doing triathlons if they have some basic skills and the equipment to get to the finish line safely.

Here are some of the details and a ready-to-tri check list for your “triathlete-to-be.”

Race Details The triathletes will swim at Foster Avenue Beach, bike on closed park roads and run on the crushed gravel lakefront trail. “Junior” triathletes aged 7-10 will swim 100m, bike 3.5 km and run 1 km; “Senior” triathletes aged 11-14 will swim 200m, bike 7 km and run 2 km.

The swim is a shallow water start and the course parallels the beach. The course is wheelchair accessible and paratriathletes are welcome. Awards will go to the top three boys and top three girls in each of the following age groups: 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14 and paratriathlete ambulatory and paratriathlete Wheelie divisions. Online race registration closes one week before the race or when filled to capacity.

Skills Required – Swim and Bike Kids really love triathlons, but only when they have enough skill to feel safe while racing. Before trying a triathlon, kids should be a confident, independent swimmer. They should be able to swim double the race distance continuously as a good test for triathlon swim readiness.

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summer before heading to Foster Avenue Beach. Once they get to the run, they will know exactly what to do – run and/or walk their way to the finish line.

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Equipment Checklist Scrambling around trying to pack the necessary triathlon equipment? Here are the most important things to take on race morning.

• Swimsuit or triathlon suit to wear for entire race • Goggles • Bike • Bike Helmet • Running shoes • A race number belt (or a shirt to wear with race number pinned on) • Water bottle • Extra clothes and shoes/sandals for before and after the race At the race site, each participant will get a swim cap and a race number with pins to attach to their race belt or clothing.

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Proper Triathlon Parent Behavior It can be “exciting,” or quite nerve wracking to watch your child participate in a triathlon. Stay as calm as you can, keep smiling and give them a hug. Tell them only two things on race day. “I am proud of you,” and “I love to watch you race.” Stay away from critique, over-excitement and all other emotional extremes.

Your job is to enjoy the triathlon as much as your kid hopefully will.

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The Garrisons also have a 5-year old brother, Matthew.

To nominate a Kid of the Month, email editor@mychicagoathlete.com

Official Program magazine

August 27, 2017 ChicagoTriathlon.com #ChiTri

Official Program August 27, 2017 Welcome to the 35th Annual Transamerica Chicago Triathlon Weekend!

We are incredibly excited to host 9,500 athletes at the world’s greatest short course triathlon destination.

Race weekend hosts a variety of events and activities, starting with the Multisport & Fitness Expo. New this year is our inaugural Gildan Underwear Run – a fun, charitable shakeout run held Friday evening, August 25 at the lakefront. The Kids’ and SuperSprint races launch Saturday morning, followed by Sunday’s signature International and Sprint races.

As always, this year’s pool of athletes represents a broad spectrum of abilities and experiences: First Timers: Nearly one third (31%) of this weekend’s participants will complete their first ever triathlon. This is a special group, as we’ve watched many of them develop over the summer within our Open Water Swim Clinic Series. We couldn’t be more excited to witness them complete their journey on race weekend.

Returning Veterans: Nearly half (48%) of this year’s field are returning to conquer this course, many of whom have not yet experienced the redesigned International distance Bike Course. Beyond cruising Lower Wacker and the Busway, these athletes can qualify for entry into the new 2018 Life Time Tri Championship event, held July 1 in New York City. Learn more inside this guide.

Newcomers: The remaining 21% of our field are experienced triathletes, yet new to the Chicago Triathlon – kids and adults alike. The majority of whom travel from across the world (44 U.S. States, 16 countries) to compete in this historic event – something incredibly uncommon for short course triathlon.

Whatever your background and goals, know that our team (including more than 2,500 dedicated volunteers) is absolutely committed to providing you with an unparalleled race experience. We may be biased, but we believe there is no comparison when it comes to racing in Chicago.

Thank you for joining us, and best wishes for success!

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Julie Coleman | Race Director (Sunday) Al DeGracia | Race Director (Saturday) Mary Beth Kunz | Regional Event Director Gloria Aguilera | Accounting Manager Dan Lakin | Marketing Manager Trish Varner | Expo Manager Jose Rangel | Production Manager Cassidy Kloss | Marketing Intern

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Alejandra Toledo | Marketing Coordinator David Rosenbrock | Charity/Team Coordinator Yasamin Sabeti | Volunteer Manager Tim Brazel | Partnership Marketing Sean Sweeney | Partnership Marketing Justin Dela Cruz | Marketing Associate Tiffany Berenberg | Athlete Services Manager Scott “Hootie” Hutmacher | Tri Brand Manager

Newsworthy in 2017 Gildan Underwear Run

A brand new, 1-mile fun run event on Friday – generating funds for the 100 Club of Chicago.

Final Open Water Swim Clinic

Plan to attend the Open Water Swim Clinic finale on Tuesday, Aug 22 at Ohio Street Beach. This event will attract 1,000 athletes and offers a beachfront Athlete Briefing. Space is limited, participants must RSVP.

Open Course Talks

Prior to picking-up their packets, all of Sunday’s participants must attend a 30-minute Course Talk at the Expo.

However; unlike previous years, these sessions are now on a first-come, firstserve (no advance RSVP required).

New Race App

Download the new Athlinks Race Day App. The app features a variety of quick links, event communications, maps and more to help you navigate race weekend.

Available on Google Play and iOS.

Team Challenge Competition

In this free, opt-in competition, individuals form teams of 5-10 who compete using cross-country style scoring. Teams then compete for local bragging rights and prizes. Finish times from each team’s fastest five finishers are combined into a final score. Prizes include trophies, gift cards and beer!

Transamerica Bike Support Crew Fifteen roving bike mechanics will again patrol Sunday’s bike course to ensure safety, fix flats and aid athletes with any mechanical problems throughout the day.

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Life Time Tri San Diego San Diego, CA October 15, 2017

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Race Week Schedule * All dates and times are subject to change

Thursday, Aug 17

Saturday, Aug. 26

10:00 a.m.

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Chicago Triathlon Multisport & Fitness Expo Open – Chicago Hilton

Athlete Guide/Wave Starts Distributed

Tuesday, Aug. 22 4:30 7:30 p.m.

Final Open Water Swim Clinic —Ohio St. Beach

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Friday, Aug. 25 1:00 p.m.

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Chicago Triathlon Multisport & Fitness Expo Open—Chicago Hilton

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Life Time Kids Tri Chicago Race Start – Foster Beach

Kids Tri Awards Ceremony – Foster Beach

Chicago Triathlon SuperSprint Race Start – Foster Beach SuperSprint Tri Awards Ceremony – Foster Beach

Transition Open – DuSable Harbor

Sunday, Aug. 27 Get the Race App

Athletes and Spectators are encouraged to download our new Athlinks Race Day App. The app features a variety of quick links, event communications, maps and more to help you navigate race weekend.

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Transition Open – DuSable Harbor

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Finish Festival Open – Finish Area

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International Race Start — Lake Shore Drive at Balbo Drive Sprint Race Start – Lake Shore Drive at Balbo Drive Awards Ceremony – Finish Area Finish Festival Closes Trolley Service ends

Race Weekend Events

Download the Transamerica Live Athlete Tracker for interactive map, live streams, estimated arrival times and more. Go to: racemyrace.com/chicagotri

Chicago Triathlon Multisport and Fitness Expo Friday, Aug. 25 and Saturday, Aug. 26 Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan

Life Time Kids Tri Chicago Saturday, Aug. 26 Foster Beach, 7:00 a.m.

The Multisport & Fitness Expo, one of the best in the industry, is the site of packet pickup and course talks for the Transamerica Chicago Triathlon, SuperSprint and Life Time Kids Tri races. All Sunday participants (including all relay members) are required to attend. More than 150 exhibitors offer the latest and finest in swimming, cycling, running gear and more. The event is free and open to the public.

The kids race is one the largest events of its kind in the U.S., featuring 1,200 aspiring triathletes. The perfect launching pad for youth, ages 7-14, to break into the sport.

NEW! GILDAN UNDERWEAR RUN

A beginner’s triathlon for anyone 15 years and older, it includes a 375-meter swim, 10K bike and 2.5K run. This year’s race Wave, integrating 100 of Chicago’s again includes the famous blue commuter bikes.

Friday, Aug. 25 Chicago Lakefront, 6:30 p.m.

The Gildan Underwear Run is a fixture to sister race, the New York City Triathlon, and a new addition to the 2017 Transamerica Chicago Triathlon weekend. This 1-mile fun run will be hosted at the lakefront on the Friday of race weekend (full schedule forthcoming). There will be no transitions, no timing chips, no expensive race gear – just 500 strangers running around in their underwear. $10 donation supports the 100 Club of Chicago. Register at chicagotriathlon.com

Chicago Triathlon Supersprint Saturday, Aug. 26 Foster Beach, 10:00 a.m.

Transamerica Chicago Triathlon Sunday, Aug. 27 Monroe Harbor, 6:00 a.m.

The big enchilada. The Sprint and International distance races take place in and around Grant Park, with the swim at Monroe Harbor and a finish at Columbus Drive and Balbo Drive. The post race party is guaranteed to be packed between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

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Race Day Spectating

The Transamerica Chicago Triathlon is the world’s largest multisport event. Just as all athletes should properly prepare for the enormity of race day, so should spectators. It’s not uncommon for many to show-up without a plan and become overwhelmed.

A few tips to help the Sunday race viewing experience: • Know exactly what time your athlete starts the swim, and set a meeting point and time to say your goodbyes!

• Plan your logistics, both into Grant Park and throughout the race venue.

Public transit, parking garages, cabs and/or Divvy bikes are all great options – assuming you know which roads remain open to the public. Don’t forget about the free Transamerica Chicago Trolleys that circle Grant Park.

• Learn your athlete’s estimated time to reach specific parts of the course, especially at spectator-friendly spots.

• Know what your athlete will be wearing, to easily spot them on the fly.

• Bring a snack, money for coffee, apply sunscreen and wear comfy shoes!

• Regardless of where you spectate, remember that triathlon is an individual sport.

Unlike the marathon, where handing-off a jacket is common, triathletes can be penalized for outside assistance. This creates unfair advantages in our sport.

Where to Watch

Regardless of the event’s size, the Chicago Tri happens to be one of the most spectator-friendly races on earth, beginning with the unique swim course set in Monroe Harbor.

SWIM: The Swim Course spans the entire lakefront path. Families can kiss each other goodbye as athletes jump in the water, then be no further than 25 yards from them through the duration.

BIKE: The Bike Course is a bit tougher to spectate, considering the inaccessibility of Lake Shore Drive. Sprint athletes can easily be spotted at the Bike In/Out area at the Randolph Circle Drive, and on the North Avenue pedestrian bridge. For International athletes, the best vantage point is atop the 11th Street Pedestrian bridge, overlooking the McCormick Place Busway. Athletes will fly underneath twice, within 5-10 minutes, before venturing on the lakefront Run Course.

RUN: The best spot to view runners is in the Museum Campus, specifically in back of the Field Museum. This is a great spot to photograph your athletes, capturing both the skyline and converging groups of runners in the background. This area is eloquently referred to as the “spaghetti bowl” and is an easy walk back to the Finish Line, only a few hundred yards away on Columbus.

Unique Competitions

While the Chicago Triathlon may be the world’s largest, what makes it special is the amount of boutique programs and special competitions.

Popular programs include: Wave

The sold out program integrates 100 Divvy bikes to Saturday’s SuperSprint race. Although the program was built for new athletes looking to dabble in the sport, nearly half of this year’s participants are speedy veterans looking to test their own mettle.

Triple Challenge

175 participants will compete in the unique 59 mile Triple Challenge, which sold out in record time. Participants will race all three distances throughout the weekend, starting with Saturday’s SuperSprint race.

First-Timers’ Program

In only its third year, the Live Grit First-Timers’ Program has grown to 450 participants. Priority registration for the 2018 edition will be unveiled at the Multisport and Fitness Expo.

100 Club Challenge

The revamped First-Responders’ Competition continues to grow each year. The 100 Club is expected to host 250 active or retired responders while generating $25,000 for the 100 Club of Chicago.

Visit www.ChicagoTriathlon.com to find out more info. about these unique competitions.

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35 Years of the Chicago Triathlon

What is now known as one of the world’s largest triathlons all started as an idea from an injured Chicago athlete.

By: Holly Petrovich

While you’re swimming in Lake Michigan and riding along Lake Shore Drive at this year’s Transamerica Chicago Triathlon, you may ask yourself, how did this all start?

Well, it almost didn’t. In early 1982, Jan Caille and a group of his friends had the idea to bring a triathlon to Chicago, but they hit some bumps along the way.

Behind the Scenes

Let’s start from the beginning: Caille, who grew up in Chicago, was a triathlete himself, and when he broke his leg in 1982, he was frustrated but still wanted to be involved.

So, bringing the sport to his city was his answer.

Coincidentally, the United States Triathlon Series was also looking at Chicago for its fifth series location at the same time. A USTS production manager called Caille, the two agreed on a partnership, and it would be smooth swimming from there … or so they thought.

Because Caille was well-connected with various companies throughout Chicago through his job at an advertising agency, he was able to quickly get in contact with the mayor, who, at the time was Jane Byrne. Byrne was all for the race, and after meeting with the Chicago Park District for course approvals, Caille and his team were on their way.

Then, the mayoral election of 1983 came along, and the waves rippled. Byrne lost to Harold Washington, who Caille had no relationship with, and although all permits were in place, with 500 registered for the race in 30 days, it was cancelled.

Luckily, unhappy registered athlete Stewart Weltman saved the day, and used his connections at the Chicago Park District to help set up several meetings with the Mayor’s Office of Special Events.

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Official Program August 27, 2017 “About 10 days before the race, we connected with a woman who basically was the head of the office,” Caille says. “She was interested yet unknowledgeable, but she and her daughter were track athletes, and thought if running and the lakefront was involved, she’d approve it.”

In 1988, the Chicago Sun-Times became the title sponsor, and in 1992, the race was an Ironman qualifier and part of the Ironman ProTour series. Then, in 1994, Mrs. T’s Pierogis took over and was the title sponsor for the next eight years.

Although official permits weren’t granted until the day before the race, the first annual USTS Chicago Triathlon was held on August 7, 1983, and had 760 participants.

In 2003, when Accenture became the sponsor, registration for the Chicago Triathlon closed earlier than ever, and this happened again in 2005. By then, the race capacity was 7,500. Accenture also introduced Interactive Messaging Services to provide real-time race updates to racer’s loved ones via land lines, and live webcam views of the finish line. Elite Age Group Competition Divisions were brought to the Accenture Chicago Triathlon in 2005.

From the Start Line

Professional USTS triathlete from San Diego Scott Tinley was ecstatic about the opportunity to race a triathlon in a major metropolitan area, which was basically the first of its kind.

“All other metro triathlons were 15 to 20 miles away from the downtown areas, so to have an event smack dab in the middle of a highly populated area, and running and riding on Lake Shore Drive, was awesome,” Tinley says.

Tinley, 25 at the time, ended up winning the race with a time of 2:20:30, and returned the following three years. His favorite part of the race was the swim, because as a triathlete from California, it was a totally different experience.

The Chicago Triathlon joined the Life Time Fitness Series in 2006, and 2008 was the race’s last year under Accenture, when an elite field of Beijing Olympians competed because Chicago was a finalist for the 2016 Summer Olympics.

In 2010, Life Time Fitness acquired the race from CAPRI events, and in 2012 it was renamed the Life Time Tri Chicago. Finally, in 2014, Transamerica took over and remains its title sponsor today.

“I was used to doing my thing on Mission Bay in San Diego, but then in Chicago, you look up and see the Sears Tower,” Tinley adds. “It was not a culture shock, but an awakening of potentials in the sport, and I felt legit.”

For a first-year race, Tinley was impressed with the level of media attention and professionalism; after crossing the finish line, he was being interviewed by reporters from the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times and the Mayor’s Office, and made him feel like a real professional athlete.

The female winner of the first race was Julie Ann Olson from Minneapolis, and both Olson and Tinley were awarded $1,000.

The Next 34 Years

While the first Chicago Triathlon was definitely a memorable one, the race has grown and evolved throughout the decades to what it is today. In fact, in 2007, it was recognized as the “World’s Largest Triathlon” with over 8,000 participants, and the record participation was in 2009 with 9,299 athletes on Sunday alone.

In 35 years, changes are inevitable, and the name of the race was frequently being adjusted; after the first year, Bud Light became the first company to host the event, and immediately participation was doubled. It remained a part of the USTS until 1987, when it joined the Tri-America Series.

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After Life Time bought the event, Caille stayed on board for another three years, having seen the evolution of the race for 30 years.

“It was an amazing experience and I’m incredibly grateful to Chicago and to the people I worked with,” he says. “When you think of how many people’s lives it has affected and changed over 30 years, it’s amazing.”

Course changes were also a common theme in the early years of the race; the original swim went between the Adler Planetarium and the Shedd Aquarium, which is also where the transition was located. In 1991, the aquarium added its whale exhibit, which forced the transition to move to Grand Avenue. Then, due to construction, it was moved again to a parking lot near Navy Pier, and now it is along the Lake Front Path.

“We shuffled around downtown Chicago a lot… one year, we didn’t have a place to do the swim, but someone suggested Monroe Harbor,” Caille recalls. “So, all the boats have to be moved so the area can be cleaned for the swim start and finish, and the harbor people are inconvenienced, but they’ve always been supportive.”

Problems and construction with Lakeshore Drive also resulted in some course adjustments, along with changing start times to ensure the road was cleared by 1 p.m.

“This city continues to embrace the multisport lifestyle, and we attribute the continued success of the Chicago Triathlon to three things: the history of this event, the city’s lakefront as a training venue (especially Ohio St Beach), and the reinvented course experience (back in 2014),” Scott Hutmacher says, current Brand Manager of Life Time Tri. Despite all the changes, seven-time winner Michellie Jones says the race has always had the same vibe.

“I haven’t raced in a while, but it’s still one of my favorite races,” Jones says. “You never know what you’re going to get; they call it the Windy City for a reason, because you never know what the water and the weather will be like. On paper it looks like it’s not a bad course, but it is quite challenging with the environmental factors.”

Jones is originally from Australia, and came to the United States in 1991, when she competed, and started her winning streak at the Chicago Triathlon.

“The course just suited my style of racing, and I always thought it was this really cool race,” Jones adds. “Being able to hold a triathlon with so many athletes in such a big city is unbelievable.”

Hutmacher’s history with the Chicago Triathlon actually began in 2002, when he raced the event with his brother.

“I vividly remember marching down the start chute with 100 other strangers. Lake Michigan sat in front of us, the Chicago skyline behinds us, and thousands of spectators surrounded us,” he reflects.

“That was one of the most stunning, yet most terrifying moments in my life.”

Now, Hutmacher revels in the history and camaraderie of the event each year.

“On Race Day, I always make it a point to spend time at the swim start. I love to interact with our athletes, especially the first-timers - acknowledging those same fears, reinforcing their readiness and celebrating what’s soon to come,” Hutmacher adds.

“There’s nothing like watching someone literally jump into the abyss, work through an epic challenge, then come out a better person on the other end.”

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New Triathlon Innovations

Continuing its commitment to grow the sport of triathlon, the Life Time Tri Series, produced by Life Time®, Healthy Way of Life, introduces new athlete-friendly innovations and format changes to make the sport simpler, more accessible and more exciting for new and veteran athletes.

Among the pioneering changes to the eight-race Life Time Tri Series will be the inaugural Life Time Tri New York City Championship, which will be held at the 2018 2XU New York City Triathlon. The Life Time Tri Championship will reward the fastest age group athletes, as well as those who race in multiple Life Time Tri events, with a VIP race experience in one of the most sought after endurance events set in one of the most iconic cities in the world. Combined, these enhancements are set to improve on an already best-in-class race experience and underscore Life Time Tri’s status as America’s premier, short-course triathlon series.

Triathlon Made Better

To make triathlons friendly and accessible to new triathletes and enhance the experience of seasoned athletes, the Life Time Tri Series will offer a range of initiatives designed to help take away some of the headaches and barriers to race travel, preparation and participation. Unlike anything currently available in short course triathlon, the enhancements (launching now through 2018) will include:

A Simpler Experience

• No Hidden Fees: Finally, all-inclusive race registration pricing, which includes insurance and race registration fees – and no requirement for a USA Triathlon membership.

• Coach Support: Expert coaches provide free, online training programs upon registration, as well as face to face race insights at every event.

• New Officiating: No more surprises. Life Time Tri will utilize IRONMAN® and ITU rules assessment, including implementing penalty tents.

First-Timer Accessibility

• Education and Training Programs: Free educational programs in every race market, from Tri101 webinars to first-timer programs (select markets), plus free to feebased physical training programs, from training guides, to open water swim clinics, to one-on-one coaching.

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• Scholarships: Life Time Tri will donate 12 slots at every 2018 Life Time Tri Series race through an opt-in scholarship program to make triathlon accessible for those that may not be able to afford it. Individuals may elect to nominate others, or themselves, by submitting a short, “why triathlon matters to me,” essay.

• Beginner-Friendly Experiences: First timers may elect to start together, in non-competitive waves. Special bib identifiers will help drum-up support from crowds and race volunteers.

• More Indoor Tris: The ultimate, intimidation-free way to get a taste of tri, hosted at 80 Life Time destinations this year.

More Convenience

• Choose Your Start: Athletes will be able to select their own race experience, choosing from their own start time, competitive nature or even alongside friends and family.

• Flexible Packet Pick Up: Select events will allow athletes to pick up their packets on race morning.

Additional fees apply.

• Transition Access: Select events will allow for flexible transition access, meaning more sleep for those racing later (or an earlier afternoon nap).

More Excitement

• Real-Time Finish Recognition: New technology, powered by Athlinks, will recognize those who set a PR, or who finish their first triathlon – right there in the finish chute!

• Experimental Race Formats: Select events will offer unique, limited iterations of the classic swim-bike-run formats, including Chicago’s Triple Challenge and Mixed Relays in San Diego.

• A New Series Championship: As Life Time Tri events are now coast-to-coast, a competitive national structure is ready to be unveiled: 2018 Life Time Tri New York City Championship

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JULY 1, 2018

To qualify for the championship, International distance athletes must either place in the top three of their age group or competitive class, or cross a Life Time Tri finish line placing in the top half of their age group, in at least two separate regions during the qualifying race season, which concludes at the 2018 Life Time Tri CapTex Triathlon. Future Life Time Tri Championship seasons will follow a similar calendar. Non-qualifying age group athletes will still be able to race the iconic 2XU New York City Triathlon in 2018 through lottery and charity slots.

Life Time will roll out the red carpet for all qualifiers in the 2018 Life Time Tri Championship event.

Participants will a variety of perks, including: • Complimentary Bike Shipping to/from New York City (first 50) • Access to a $50,000 prize purse • VIP Finish Line tickets, incredible Swag bags and much more Those who qualify at this year’s Chicago Triathlon will be able to register for the 2018 Championship on-site, within the Awards Ceremony. For more full details, please visit LifeTimeTri.com

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2018 LIFE TIME TRI CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFYING RACE SEASON INCLUDES: Saturday, July 8, 2017 Life Time Tri Minneapolis Minneapolis, MN

Sunday, September 24, 2017 Escape to Miami Triathlon Miami, FL

Sunday, July 16, 2017 2XU New York City Triathlon New York, New York

Sunday, October 15, 2017 Life Time Tri San Diego San Diego, CA

Saturday, August 27, 2017 Transamerica Chicago Triathlon Chicago, IL

Sunday, April 15, 2018 South Beach Triathlon Miami, FL

Sunday, September 17, 2017 Life Time Tri Tempe Tempe, AZ

Monday, May 28, 2018 Life Time Tri CapTex Austin, TX

SEP. 24, 2017 Don’t miss Chicago’s historic half atop scenic Lake Shore Drive. Complimentary shuttle transit included for the first 5,000, plus a HUGE finisher medal worthy of Chicago’s big shoulders.

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Hudson or Bust.

The inaugural 2018 Life Time Tri Championship, hosted within the 2XU New York City Triathlon, recognizes and rewards the fastest amateur athletes across the Life Time Tri Series. Qualifying into this world-class event includes big perks: free bike shipping, a $50K prize purse and a VIP race experience within the heart of the world’s most iconic city. Learn more: LifeTimeTri.com

July 1, 2018 LifeTimeTri.com #LTTChamp Remaining 2017-2018 Qualifying Events Chicago 8.27.17 Escape 9.24.17 South Beach 4.15.18 Tempe 9.17.17 San Diego 10.15.17 CapTex 5.28.18

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How did your triathlon journey begin?

A I had a significant weight loss and life transformation; I released more than 100 pounds through nutritional cleansing and it gave me a different view on life. Then, a friend of mine suggested I do a triathlon because I already encouraged so many people through my journey. I thought it was crazy and I didn’t know how to swim, but I went ahead and did the Iron Girl Triathlon, and I made it alive.

When I conquered the swim, I thought I could conquer anything and that kept me going.

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How did you come across Tri Right?

A Almost right after is when a friend recommended Coach MJ to me. Honestly, I was very intimidated by her because she was so good at what she does, but I soon learned she’s so normal like you and me. She really helped me learn to swim, and when I did Iron Girl again the next year, I took 27 minutes off my time.

What is your biggest accomplishment in the sport so far?

A Finding the voice inside of me and not being afraid to share it. After all these years, I just really found out who I am with triathlon. With both my kids, I was the best team mom, I did everything, and I stood by my husband’s side in our business; I was always the right-hand man to so many but I didn’t cast my own vision so now I do, and help others to see their own light.

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What advice do you give to triathletes?

Working with almost empty-nesters, I tell them that we all have the same 24 hours in a day, it just matters how you use it. I want other women in their 40’s to take time for themselves; go to bed early and wake up early for the 5 a.m. swim – if you don’t give yourself that time somebody else will take it.

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Overall though, just never ever second guess yourself; live a life without doubt, because doubt is part of fear. It’s not just about exercising, it’s about the daily do and your vision for yourself.

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How did your triathlon journey begin?

A I was not an athlete growing up, I was a singer and an actor, and played a little tennis and hockey, but became an athlete in college. In 1985, I ended up rooming with a kid in Chicago who was a world class rower and we started running together. We then read about the Bud Light Triathlon Series and thought, “that’s so dumb, we have to do it.” Now he’s done about three triathlons, and I’ve done 106.

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What is your biggest accomplishment in the sport so far?

A First, in 2001 I made the incredibly bad decision to register for my first Ironman after the birth of our first child. I think it was the first Ironman post 9/11, too. It was a little hokey, because we all felt like if we didn’t race, the terrorists won. It was my only overall win I ever had which was in Cleveland where I grew up, but I missed the awards ceremony because we had to feed the baby.

The second is last year at the ITU World Championships in Oklahoma City, because I had been trying to qualify for the longest time. It was unquestionably the hardest race I had ever done, and I almost gave up, but then I remembered “Team USA” was written on my chest and I couldn’t. So I walked a lot, but I finished.

What are your short- and long-term goals?

It’s my first year in the 55-59 age group, but my short-term goal is the same as it has been the last 15 years: to stop sucking on my run and pace myself better on my bike. Longer term, I am increasingly excited about the work the USA Triathlon Foundation is doing with organizations like Dare2Tri … one of the things I hope to do as I get deep into my tri career is to guide an athlete who has a disability. The idea of helping people who never thought they’d get across a finish line is so exciting to me.

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What advice do you give to triathletes?

A The first piece is remembering that 100 meters into the swim, you’re going to panic, and that you need to prepare for the notion that its coming and welcome it when it comes so you can accept it and relax. That’s where people quit because it’s very intimidating.

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Also to practice nutrition and transitions, basic stuff, but the most important thing is to remember you’re doing this for fun. You need to smile for the finish camera; pain is temporary but results and photographs are forever.

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DANIELLE PALAGI

A G E : 2 7 | H O M E : C H I C A G O | T E A M : D A R E 2 T R I , 2 0 1 7 C H I C A G O T R I AT H L O N HOw did your triathlon journey begin?

A Well, I was a dancer growing up, so I had no training in running, swimming or biking. My leg injury is very recent, it happened in September, and almost immediately I found Dare2Tri and got into running, and I just started biking in June.

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I actually did do a triathlon in third grade, but that doesn’t count.

So the Chicago Triathlon will be my first real triathlon, aside from the trial we did at the Dare2Tri camp in June.

How did you hear about Dare2Tri? A I actually found it through a Google search for clubs.

I live in West Town, and they just so happened to be having a seminar in the area next week, so I went, and then started going more regularly.

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Founder Melissa Stockwell has been a great help since.

What helped me a lot is when I got to camp, they help me with my bike. At home, I kept falling off and couldn’t balance, but now they help me adjust it and get used to it.

They also have a multisport clinic with drills and stuff which really helped me to learn how to move my body, especially because it’s so new to me. It’s really useful to have those drills, and their resources that provide structure and a training plan.

What are your short- and long-term goals?

Right now, my goal is to complete this triathlon in August.

Swimming and biking is easy for me, but running is hard for me right now because I’ve never really ran before, so I’m going to a physical therapy clinic to have them help me. So my goal right now is to just finish, and then from there I want to improve my times and eventually, be on the National Team.

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What advice do you give to other people with disabilities who want to try a sport?

A I think sports gives you the independence and self-confidence you need to move forward, so do it and just don’t look back. I really recommend doing sports, because being a part of a community will help you a lot too.

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How did your triathlon journey begin?

A It’s so funny because I am a better athlete now in my 40’s compared to the athlete I tried to be in high school; I did very poorly run track, I was a sprinter in junior high and some of high school, but I didn’t make varsity. I also didn’t do collegiate sports, I wish I had though because I went to Georgetown and they had an amazing tack program, but I wasn’t good enough.

So, I kept working out on my own and started doing trail runs.

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During one of those runs I injured my ankle, so I wasn’t able to run, and the doctor suggested I swim and bike to stay active. Then, once my ankle healed, I missed swimming and biking, so when I saw an ad for a FFC Indoor Triathlon, I did it and I had a blast. In 2010 I did my first SuperSprint outdoors with the Chicago Triathlon, and then I joined Infinity Multisport in 2015 when I was really hooked.

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What is your biggest accomplishment in the sport?

Registering for my first SuperSprint; being able to say I am doing something different that nobody I know is doing, even when I’m not a good swimmer. I’m really proud that I keep trying and waking up at 4:30 in the morning to train for this.

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Also I recently just did my first official Half Ironman, and it’s just such a great community. As an African American woman, we are poorly represented in sports that include swimming, and there’s limited exposure to triathlon, so the more people I tell about it, the more curiosity is piqued. Every summer I hook a new fish.

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What are your short- and long-term goals?

My goal is always to be smiling when I cross the finish line, but I have time goals now too. I’m really excited that I’m now moving into the space where I can be competitive. My short term goal is to successfully complete the Madison Ironman in September, and my long term goal is to continue to encourage other people they can do this. I also hope to have multiple Ironmans under my belt eventually.

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What advice do you give to triathletes?

A Don’t be so hard on yourself, find a community that supports you and pushes you. Find a coach and group to train with; the bond that you create with folks that you’ve sweat with, cried with, progressed with, and succeeded with is like none other. Encourage somebody else too. Also, don’t whine. I’m the biggest cheerleader, but this is not the sport for whiners.

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To avoid burnouT and injury, aThleTes ofTen Turn To cross Training To add varieTy To Their rouTines. swimming and cycling offer low-impacT opTions for runners, buT for Those looking for someThing a biT differenT, or TriaThleTes already spending Time on The bike and in The waTer, pilaTes provides an opporTuniTy To augmenT your Training wiThouT beaTing up your body.

Pilates got its start in the early 20th century when the method’s creator, Joseph Pilates, began teaching others the techniques he had developed for building strength and correcting posture as a way to improve overall health. Pilates’s first students continued following and teaching his exact methodology after his death in 1967, which lives on today as classical pilates. As time has passed, others have built upon the original format to create other methods.

“Pilates falls into two camps: classical pilates, which is exactly how Joseph Pilates taught it and how he taught teachers to teach,” Holly Swanson, owner of Core Chicago Pilates, says. “With classical pilates, you don’t stray, you don’t make modifications and you don’t change anything. Then there’s the contemporary world, which is much bigger. It leaves a lot more room for different types of focuses.”

Both Swanson and Tara Gillespie, owner of Harmony Mind Body Fitness in Chicago, incorporate the STOTT method into their pilates teaching, which allows for modifications based on a client’s physical abilities.

“If I have a 24 year old training for a marathon and a 75 year old who just had a hip replacement, I can teach them the same exercises,” Gillespie says. “You might just do things differently within that exercise.”

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For runners in particular, the focus pilates puts on working smaller muscle groups can help even out the strength in major muscle groups built up by many miles on the roads or trails.

“Runners tend to be more quad dominant and their hamstrings or IT bands can be quite tight,” Lynne Alderberg, co-owner of Centered on North in Chicago, says, “They need more mobility in their hips, postural alignment and more abdominal work to make their stride efficient when running and their gait more effective so they can use muscles that need to work and turn off other muscles that are maybe working too hard because of misalignment or weakness in abdominals or glutes.”

Erica Agran, a Chicago runner with more than 400 races to her name, found incorporating weekly pilates sessions into her training helped her perform at her best while avoiding injury.

“I feel like everything in pilates is about balance, so you strengthen both sides equally and work on stability,” Agran says. “I haven’t gotten as many one-sided injuries. I used to always have problems with my right hamstring and piriformis.

Since doing pilates, when I’m doing a marathon or long run, nothing breaks

down or feels out of sync. I feel like my body’s much more even and I don’t compensate as much because I’ve strengthened muscles on both sides.”

Maggie Wolff, a 13-time half marathoner from Chicago, found that regular pilates classes helped her get back on the road after a stubborn case of patellofemoral pain syndrome, commonly known as runner’s knee, derailed her regular training. The exercises she did while rehabbing in physical therapy reminded her of moves she had done during mat pilates classes at her gym in the past, so she kept them up after finishing physical therapy.

“I feel like regularly doing these pilates-style moves has helped keep my glutes strong, which has kept my runner’s knee from coming back,” Wolff says. “Additionally, I feel like I have a pretty strong core, which is beneficial for lots of things in life, but especially running. It helps keep you upright and supported during all the long miles.”

Incorporating pilates into weekly training doesn’t just benefit runners, however.

Regan Zubak, owner of Village Pilates Studio in Forest Park, notes that pilates works the body in all directions, and that can help cyclists, swimmers and runners alike get out of the plane of motion in which they tend to exercise.

“When you do an endurance sport, you’re habitually moving in the same pattern over and over again, so you get really strong and really good at that particular pattern of movement, but you can also become really tight and create unhealthy compensations in your body,” Zubak says. “Pilates helps uniformly develop the muscles around the joint and works all ranges of motion in one session. In a 55 minute session, you’re always going to work the body in all directions, and for athletes specifically we’d find where their imbalances are and target that during the lesson as well as giving them a whole body workout.”

You don’t have to spend 55 minutes on pilates exercises every day to reap its benefits, however. Gillespie, a former marathoner, recommends that those who train with music let their playlist continue for two songs after they finish their workout and use that time to foam roll, stretch or do a few of the exercises they learned during a previous pilates session at home to help build strength.

“A 10- or 15-minute hip and ab routine can help keep things in line, and when you’re not training, that’s when you can try to come to class two to three times per week,” Swanson says. “There’s a set of exercises that’s super simple to learn. Any teacher should be able to show them to you to make sure you’re doing them correctly because even a half inch off on alignment can make it totally useless. As long as you have someone to double check you, can definitely find stuff to do [at home].”

For those who want to get their heart rates up while still training in a pilates style, studios like Pilates Pro Works offer what midwest regional master trainer Ryan Castillo describes as “amped up” pilates.

“We take the traditional pilates method and we turn up the volume,” Castillo says. “We still try to keep the same core philosophies of pilates--body mechanics, core strength, knowing what your body is doing--but we turn up the intensity so we can really find a high intensity spot for the method as opposed to traditional pilates, which is super beneficial but very much low intensity. We want to make it more challenging for clientele.”

Wolff has visited multiple local studios, including Studio Lagree, CHI50 and Body R+D, that use Megaformers in their training. Megaformers, based on the traditional pilates reformer, use additional resistance to create a more difficult workout for participants. Wolff says that the combining your bodyweight with the machine’s abilities leads to a more intense class than you may find at studios using standard pilates equipment.

Regardless of the style of pilates you try, incorporating it into your training can help any kind of endurance athlete.

“That’s one of the amazing things about pilates is that it can help anybody that wants it,” Alderberg says. “All you need is that first step to walk through the door, and we take it from there. It can look intimidating, but with the right instruction and being able to learn what pilates is and what it can offer you, it can be extremely beneficial to everybody.”

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JUNE 4, 2017 | HAMMOND, IN

By Nicole Kesten

On Sunday, June 4, triathletes from the Chicagoland area participated in Leon’s Triathlon in Hammond Indiana. The race is known for its support to active and retired military throughout the entire race weekend.

6. Kristin MacCarthey 7. Melanie Battaglia 8. Kristan Huenink 9. Rebecca Scott 10. Courtney Janson

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Local support from all different types of businesses rally behind this event. Even the swag bags included five-gallon paint buckets from Home Depot. Being out on the course alongside adaptive athletes also puts racing into perspective. For those of us that are ablebodied, it is a reminder of what a gift it is to be racing and to witness those that still race despite their disabilities is simply inspiring. Will be back to Leon’s and recommend it to others.

Menʼs Olympic Results 1. Vachee Loughran 45 2. Nickolaus Early 37 3. Matt Petersen 40 4. Parket Watt 28 5. Jim Levesque 34 6. Jonathan Echevers 26 7. Daniel Dziubski 34 8. Jacek Kafel 41 9. Bryan Tinajero 29 10. Bruce Noxon 49

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Womenʼs Olympic Results 1. Fiona Carlon 32 2. Brittany Fozkos 27 3. Kelly Phuah 45 4. Anne Caudill 41 5. Susan Fanning 38 6. Ieva Scoggin 43 7. Julie Kaczor 56 8. Katy Stone 44 9. Sara Rummelhoff 38 10. Samantha Sutherland 44

Chicago, IL 2:10:51 Valparaiso, IN 2:15:47 Downers Grove, IN 2:16:11 Glenview, IL 2:19:22 Chicago, IL 2:19:45 Round Lake, IL 2:24:02 Naperville, IL 2:27:42 Perry, MI 2:27:42 Chicago, IL 2:30:45 Valparaiso, IN 2:32:14

Menʼs Sprint Results 1. Erik Walter 2. Matthew Pahnke 3. Chaney Garner 4. Alex Sandberg 5. Sam Welch 6. Braxton Bokos 7. R. David Donoghue 8. Tim O’Donnell 9. Pascal Innocenti 10. Luis Martinez

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Womenʼs Sprint Results 1. Cristina Lambert 28 2. Ahalya Lettenberger 16 3. Lorezna Jimenez 48 4. Sara Connolly 37 5. Ashley Lackovich 34 Name

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Run Galesburg Run

JUNE 4, 2017 | GALESBURG, IL

By Jonathan Cain

The Run Galesburg Run has a half marathon, 5k and one mile. I had looked at previous years’ results and the race typically had about 500 runners between all the races, so I was not exactly expecting a big event, but more of a low-key, community run. We arrived on Saturday and the town was pretty quiet, so there was no reason to expect anything different the next day.

When we arrived at the start area on race morning, it was becoming apparent that I was wrong. The start line had a big, beautiful display. There were sponsors and tents all around the race site with music playing and plenty of excitement.

The crowd support for the race was amazing. There very easily could have been at least one volunteer on the course for every half marathon runner (there were fewer than 200 runners in the half marathon) and all the volunteers and spectators brought a wealth of energy to course, which was very much needed and appreciated.

Male Half Marathon Results 1. Evans Kiprotich 2. Ethan Koch 3. Coree Aussem-Woltering 4. Aron Kehoe 5. Bryan Glass 6. Mario Scarcelli 7. Aaron Skopec 8. David Timmsen 9. Justin Roth 10. Troy Fleisher Name

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1:11:24 1:11:38 1:12:09 1:12:23 1:16:21 1:18:25 1:18:42 1:21:42 1:22:32 1:24:16 City

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Female Half Marathon Results 1. Amanda Yeoman 2. Rachel Withers 3. Morgan Meseke 4. Emma Hudspath 5. Nicole Callahan 6. Kasi Anderson 7. Chelsea Jansen 8. Abbie Enlund 9. Jennie Butler 10. Cassie Kilgore

1:38:40 1:42:13 1:42:40 1:44:13 1:46:02 1:51:10 1:51:38 1:54:02 1:55:19 1:56:11

Male 5K Results 1. Andrew Welch 2. Christian Hensley 3. Ben Grodjesk 4. Dave Pettett 5. Dave Schatteman 6. Alex Buchen 7. Dawson Hensley 8. Ryan Probst 9. Matt Lansing 10. Jeromie Aplin

17:54 19:14 19:23 19:31 19:45 19:58 20:38 20:52 21:07 21:41

Female 5K Results 1. Ellie Pinzarrone 2. Kalyn Servis 3. Charla Reed 4. Kynlee Stearns 5. Lilly Clark 6. Teresa Thompson 7. Samantha Schrodt 8. Madison Reed 9. Shannon Johnson 10. Juventina Hahn

20:03 21:44 23:22 23:30 23:47 24:20 24:39 24:47 24:58 24:58

Male 1 Mile Results 1. Ruben Henderson 2. Ty Putnam 3. Ricky Quinn 4. Terry Boynton 5. Riley Hickey 6. Ryan Tapper 7. Nathan Kern 8. Grady Hickey 9. Rory Long 10. Cole Furrow

5:45 6:56 7:03 7:20 7:36 7:39 7:43 7:49 7:49 8:01

Female 1 Mile Results 1. Kadynce Lydic 2. Sophia Kern 3. Jacinta Boynton 4. Kaydin Quinn 5. Zaniyah Carter 6. Layne Putnam 7. Josephine Boynton 8. Ellie Wight 9. Ainsley Buster 10. Maren Wilder

7:22 7:42 7:45 7:45 7:46 7:55 8:04 8:05 8:05 8:05

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Esprit de She Sprint Triathlon June 11, 2017 | naperville, il

By Kristan Huenink

The 2017 Esprit de She Sprint brought together over 700 women of all ages, ranging from 12-year-old McKenna Ellis-Garcia to 74-year-old Sandi Campbell, to celebrate “the spirit of her” through swimming, cycling and running.

The Esprit de She Sprint Triathlon in Naperville is a special race for me as it is where I first dipped my toe in the water at Centennial Beach in June 2014 and began my triathlon journey. I have completed the Esprit de She in Naperville each year since that fateful day when I took my share of hits and kicks in the swim, vowing never to do a triathlon again. It has always been a favorite race of mine and a great start to the season.

Sprint Results 1. Jennifer Garrison 2. Eryn Kubinski 3. Heather Glynn 4. Jessica Rangel 5. Heather Grier 6. Julia Burling 7. Suzi Berner 8. TRACY GARZA 9. Julie Kaczor 10. Kelly Ball

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01:08:27 01:09:07 01:12:48 01:14:07 01:14:50 01:15:52 01:17:25 01:17:38 01:17:55 01:17:58

ABC 7 Gibbons 5K Run

thursday, June 20 | ChiCago, il

By Jeffrey Jameson

Each year on the third Thursday evening in June, runners and walkers converge on the downtown lakefront to help raise funds for the Leukemia Research Foundation. The foundation’s goal is to find a cure for leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma and all blood cancers. Now in its 23rd year, the event consists of a chip timed 5K Run and a 3K Walk.

It was a warm but sunny evening, a welcome contradiction to the prior evening’s severe thunderstorms.

Prior to the race starting, runners were advised to hydrate themselves and take it slow on the course.

The race started right at 6:25 with a live broadcast on the ABC 7 6 p.m. news.

Male 5K Results 1. Benjamin Wynsma 2. Dominique Boulmier 3. Michael Castellani 4. Marc Lemmons 5. Robert Sharer 6. Eric Eckerman 7. Taylor Horton 8. Stefano Galiasso 9. Jeffrey Jameson 10. Andrew Rosenstein Name

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16:54 17:09 17:54 18:12 18:28 18:38 18:39 19:06 19:20 19:22 Time

Female 5K Results 1. Vanessa Righeimer 2. Madison Heidemann 3. Rachel Sotelo 4. Rachel Joyce 5. Jenn May Rosen 6. Kirby McKenna 7. Kiersten McCartney 8. Kendra Churchill 9. Nicole Stolte 10. Amy Bonnerot

Chicago, IL Chicago, IL Chicago, IL Chicago, IL Chicago, IL Chicago, IL Chicago, IL Chicago, IL Chicago, IL Chicago, IL

20:06 22:16 22:17 22:26 22:42 22:45 22:48 22:50 23:01 23:01

Pleasant Prairie Triathlon

June 25, 2017 – pleasant prairie, Wi

8. Alexander Betances 9. Linus Pagusara 10. Paul Torres

2:13:03 2:14:12 2:15:20

Female International Results 1. Lisa Becharas 2. Jennifer Garrison 3. Ryan Streicker 4. Lauren Jensen 5. Karen Snyder 6. Tara Sheetz 7. Juliana Sublewski 8. Ali Sieren 9. Sanya Syrstad 10. Melissa Bowman

2:14:03 2:15:09 2:17:23 2:19:04 2:26:16 2:27:19 2:28:51 2:29:32 2:29:41 2:29:53

By Kristan Huenink

The Pleasant Prairie Triathlon took place on Sunday morning just across the Illinois/Wisconsin border in Pleasant Prairie, bringing together over 750 athletes competing at the sprint and Olympic distance, as well as a duathlon and sprint and Olympic relays.

Overall, the Pleasant Prairie Triathlon is a well-run race on a great course with a kind of grass-roots vibe to it. I highly recommend it to both competitive athletes and beginners alike and will likely return to race it again in 2018.

Male Sprint Results 1. Ryan Finke 2. Marty Taylor 3. Paul Ruetten 4. Ben Pruess 5. Alex Larrivee 6. Tim Luft 7. Lee (chip) Harkleroad Iv 8. Jim Thierfelder 9. Braxton Bokos 10. Anthony Di Mauro

1:04:45 1:07:00 1:07:54 1:08:49 1:10:00 1:10:13 1:10:27 1:10:36 1:10:49 1:11:31

Female Sprint Results 1. Kristen Kostka 2. Avery Lemm 3. Beth Drolet 4. Deidra Mangalindan 5. Susan Appleyard 6. Crystal Toll 7. Renay Polk 8. Kati Casey 9. Emily Hanson 10. Rebecca Ramsey

1:12:02 1:13:05 1:18:42 1:18:44 1:18:50 1:19:28 1:20:53 1:20:59 1:21:04 1:21:13

Male International Results 1. Jeremy Rielley 2. Patrick Jackson 3. Ben Culver 4. Adam Zucco 5. Matt Barcus 6. Jason Ream 7. Jackson Waters

2:01:41 2:04:44 2:04:47 2:05:18 2:07:31 2:07:45 2:08:59

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Elmhurst Running Club 4 on 4th July 4, 2017 | elmhurst, il

By Rick Romanow

Bright and early on July 4th, prior to the fireworks and festivities that go along with the holiday, the Elmhurst Running Club held its annual 4 on the 4th race.

The event hosts a four mile course unlike others; for being held in the suburbs it still drew an elite field and fierce competition. Despite the competitive nature, the race encouraged families and runners of all abilities to enjoy Independence Day by running together.

The race benefited the Elmhurst Children’s Assistance Foundation which helps to assist families where a child’s life is impacted by a medical condition.

Male 4 Mile Results 1. Phillip Reid 2. Chris May 3. Eric Wallor 4. Lionel Montenegro 5. Zach Hird 6. Mitchell Gilbert 7. Bill Vanos 8. Jeff Bailey 9. Ryan Hopper 10. Philip Latter

San Luis Obispo, CA

Elmhurst, IL Palatine, IL Chicago, IL Rock Island, IL Aurora, IL Orlando, FL Villa Park, IL Chicago, IL Hendersonville, NC

Female 4 Mile Results 1. Alyssa Schneider 2. Kristen Heckert 3. Chirine Njeim 4. Lauren Kersjes 5. Karen Lesiewicz 6. Elizabeth Panke 7. Nora Ferguson 8. Missy Bacik 9. Wendy Jaehn 10. Columba Montes

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Our clinics provide care for patients ranging from professional athletes to soccer moms. As avid hockey players/athletes themselves our doctors know first hand the need for chiropractic specialty techniques and physical therapy for any athlete. Our practices specialize in the correction of biomechanical disorders rather than treating just the pain symptoms. We provide comprehensive treatment programs for, but not limited to: Ligament/Muscle Injury & Tendonitis | Spinal Decompression | Podiatry Acupuncture | Therapeutic Sports Massage | Rolf Method Kinesio-Taping | Sciatica/Disc Problems | Physical Therapy Carpal Tunnel Syndrome | Rehabilitation | Back/Neck Pain | Headaches Custom Foot Orthotics | Rotator Cuff Syndrome | Knee/Hip Pain Foot/Ankle Pain | Extremity Conditions | Post-Concussive Therapy Served as Sports Chiropractors for several professional teams our Certified Sports physician (CCSp) is also Certified power-taping practioners (Cptp) MENTION THIS AD FOR A $50 INITIAL ExAM, CONSULTATION, x-RAY IF NEEDED & FIRST TREATMENT.

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the proBleM Repetitive motions of day-to-day life cause muscles to contract and relax.

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DC Wellness Center offers both structural and functional care with gentle corrective spinal and whole body care, physiotherapy, functional nutrition, postural care, exercise rehab and ART. We also offer comprehensive functional assessments, gait analysis, custom foot orthotics designed specifically for athletes, lab studies, body compositions, personal coaching, performance care and radiology onsite. We also offer Boot Camps and personal training.

The health of muscles is directly affected by tightness in the muscles.

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Dr. Michael Davenport has been a Sports Chiropractic Physician for over 20 years and has been involved in the Chicago running and triathlon community for almost 30 years. He is about to run the Chicago Marathon for the 25th time this fall. He continues to compete in ultramarathons and Ironman races. He is training for the Ironman Wisconsin Triathlon this fall for the 6th time and is hoping to qualify for the World Championship in Hawaii for 2017. He has been involved in several local organizations that promote healthy lifestyles, community involvement through training and competition.

Originally from Ohio, Corey attended The Ohio State University. During his time there, he was a member of the varsity soccer team where he was a goal keeper. After graduating from Capital University, a private school just outside of Columbus Ohio, with his Bachelors of Arts in Exercise Science, he moved to the Chicago area. Corey now lives in Vernon Hills with his wife and daughter.

Corey has previously worked in a Physical Therapy setting for almost eight years and currently holds certifications as an ACE certified personal trainer, Parisi Speed School Sports Performance Coach, NASM youth exercise specialist, & NESTA sports nutritional coach. Corey thoroughly enjoys weight lifting and resistance training, but loves to help people become stronger and healthier with a holistic approach. In his time off of work, he enjoys being as active as possible while spending time with his family.

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Physical therapy Conventional techniques of stretching and strengthening are ineffective for hyper-contracted muscle tissue. Delos Therapy addresses the root cause of the pain by micro-stretching muscles and fascia. chiropractic Rather than manipulating bones that may be out of alignment, Delos therapy addresses the muscle tissue, which is the force that is causing the skeletal misalignment in the first place. massage Compared to Delos, regular massage is a superficial technique that doesn’t optimally address muscular tightness. Even deep tissue and sports massage don’t hold tissue in a stretched position long enough to be fully effective. conventional stretching Tight tissue doesn’t stretch, so during conventional stretching, only healthy fibers are stretched. As a result, flexibility often increases, but pain and stiffness don’t diminish.

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CHICAGO CHIROPRACTIC & SPORTS MEDICINE Dr. Joshua Akin, Dr. Jon Sebby, Dr. Frank Bucki, Shawn Mays, LMT, Sam Gao, LMT

847-881-2861 | Chicagochirosports.com Locations: 1847 Oak St, Northfield (located in Chicago Sports Institute) 1325 W. Randolph St, Chicago Chicago Chiropractic & Sports Medicine specializes in helping athletes and active individuals achieve optimal performance in sports, as well as body balance for every day activities. Our board certified doctors work with you to design an individualized and comprehensive treatment program – combining body-work, education and exercise – that accelerates your performance and recovery.

Services Offered: • Chiropractic Care • Active Release Technique (ART) • Massage Therapy • Functional Rehabilitation • Trigger Point Needling • Kinesio Taping • Cupping Therapy • Graston Technique • Instrument Adhesion Release • Nutritional IV Therapy • Orthotics • Oxygen Therapy

Dr. Akin is the Chiropractic Physician for the Chicago Bears and the Chicago Cubs.

Contact us to find out how Chicago Chiropractic & Sports Medicine can help you with your recovery from an injury, treatments to manage your acute or chronic pain or a program to improve your performance and prevent injuries.

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SERVICES OFFERED: - Performance Training • One-On-One • Athlete Development • Youth • Program Design • Strongwoman & Strongman - Sports Medicine (Chicago Chiropractic & Sports Medicine) - Integrative Health chicagosportsinstitute.com info@chicagosportsinstitute.com

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We help people feel their best. Total Body Care at Massage Envy is an integral part of everyone’s well-being journey.

Massage Therapy Services Add massage therapy to your marathon or triathlon training program and enhance your performance and improve your recovery. Try your first 60-minute customized massage for just $60 or a 90-minute session for just $90.

With our focus on Total Body Care, we offer the following services in 30, 60, 90, and 120 minute sessions: • Deep Tissue • Swedish / relaxation • Reflexology • Pre-natal • Hot Stone Therapy • Enhanced Muscle Therapy • Sports massage • Hand and foot exfoliation treatments

215 S. Northwest Hwy., Ste. 102A, Barrington, IL 60010 847-842-8070 | info@vannesschiro.com | vannesschiro.com Free Running Assessment Dr. Van Ness, a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, and his team have been helping Barrington area runners stay active for more than 18 years with chiropractic care, corrective exercise, sports massage, assisted stretching, digital gait analysis and custom sport orthotics. Dr. Van Ness employs a certified running specialist who offers flexibility assessments and movement screens as part of the integrative services at Van Ness Chiropractic.

Do You Keep Running Into The Same Problems?

• Plantar Fasciitis, Patellar Tendonitis • Shin Splints, IT-Band Syndrome • Piriformis Syndrome, Hip Tightness • Low Back pain, Neck/Shoulder Pain • Chronic Hamstring Tightness These problems all have the same underlying cause- a foot-kneehip imbalance.

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The Step-Down Assessment determines if the problem is at the feet, knees or hips and predicts the likelihood that a running injury or symptom will occur. When performing this assessment, concentrate on one area at a time (foot, knee, hip). Go to: www.vannesschiro.com for how to do an assessment at home.

Injury Free Running Foot-knee-hip weakness or misalignment is responsible for many conditions that can be chronic and difficult to manage clinically without a full understanding of the factors involved. This explains why just treating plantar fasciitis or IT- band syndrome doesn’t fully address the causative factors.

Total Body Stretch Service Introducing 30 and 60-minute assisted stretch at our introductory rate of $36 or $60 The ME Total Body Stretch is a new customizable therapeutic assisted stretch session that can help our guests do more with their own body by working to aid in restoring range of motion, mobility, and assisting in performance and recovery. These services are assisted by one of Massage Envy’s trained and licensed massage therapist or personal trainers.

Skin Care Services Massage Envy is all about health and well-being. These include our Murad Healthy Skin Facials and our advanced skincare services.

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6160 N. Cicero Avenue, Suite 214, Chicago, IL 60646 773.283.4470 | FAX: 773.283.4473 info@sauganashwellness.com www.sauganashwellness.com Sauganash Wellness Center provides quality chiropractic care and massage therapy — treatments that reduce pain and enhance your health. Whether you are an athlete in training or looking to maintain optimum performance, our non-invasive treatments will fit you and your family’s active lifestyle and individual needs.

Conditions we treat at Sauganash Wellness Center include arthritis, back or neck pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, disc herniations, headaches, muscular pain or injury, sciatica, sports-related injuries, whiplash and more.

The Sauganash Wellness Center has been recognized as a Corporate Citizen of the Year by the Lincolnwood Chamber of Commerce because they exemplify what the chamber represents – business, service and community. Founded in 2006 by Dr. Deanna Minkler and Rachel Shaffer, the center has become an important part of the community. Minkler and Shaffer have participated in and donated their services to Lincolnwood’s Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing, Turkey Trot and annual summer Fest, as well as many other events in Greater Chicago including the WTTW Family Walk and Fun Run, the Edison Park Turkey Trot and the Chicago Police Memorial Fund Run to Remember 5K Walk/Run. A licensed Chiropractic for more than 10 years, Dr. Deanna Minkler, D.C., CHt, specializes in sports rehabilitation and pediatric chiropractic.

To assist athletes recover from injuries at a quicker pace, Minkler has become certified in Kinesiotaping, the treatment of muscular disorders and lymphedema reduction, and the Graston Technique, which treats acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.

“Becoming a successful chiropractor has been my ambition since I was nine years old,” Dr. Minkler shares. “Being a part of a person’s transition from discomfort and impaired movement to pain free mobility is my greatest reward. My profession is challenging and stimulating and it inspires me every day!”

Rachel Shaffer is a licensed and certified massage therapist who has been in practice for more than 9 years. Specializing in assisting professional athletes, Shaffer has become an expert in deep tissue and sports massage. She also excels at prenatal and geriatric therapy.

Enhance your current health... and your future health with care from our certified and licensed doctors and practitioners. Sauganash Wellness Center is conveniently located at 6160 N. Cicero Avenue, just one block east of the Eden’s Expressway (I-94) and one block north of Peterson Avenue on Chicago’s North Side. Many insurance plans accepted. Now accepting new patients.

For more information, visit the center’s web site at www.sauganashwellness.com.

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Some notable sports teams that make use of the many benefits of floating include the World Champion Chicago Cubs, Golden State Warriors, New England Patriots, Seattle Seahawks, and Dallas Cowboys.

Some of the professional athletes who float are Stephen Curry, Tom Brady, Harrison Barnes, Marvin Jones, Wayne Rooney, Carl Lewis, Phillips Idowu, and Jon Olson. Some of whom have float tanks in their homes.

WHAT IS FLOATING? The float experience begins in a 5’x8’ Wave float room filled with 10” of tap water. The water is saturated with 1,000 pounds of Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) making the solution so buoyant that the body floats weightless in it. With the effects of gravity neutralized, the body is in the most relaxed state possible. Because the solution is maintained at body temperature (93.5 degrees fahrenheit), the floater becomes “one with the water” and no longer has a sense of being in the tub.

Additionally, the float room can be completely free of any light and sound thus allowing for complete repose from the world as you know. In this realm, the body and mind are freed to experience the deepest relaxation in an environment like no other on the planet.

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WHY WOULD ANYONE WANT TO DO THIS? In this day and age with the constant bombardment of our senses both physically and mentally, while we are awake and sleeping, the real question should be: Who wouldn’t want to float?

There are enormous mental and physical benefits with the practice of completely unplugging and relaxing if we can be willing and open minded enough to just let go.

BENEFITS OF FLOATING • Reduces stress hormones (cortisol) • Lowers blood pressure and improve blood circulation • Increases production of endorphins • Helps in removing lactic acid build up • Reduces inflammation in muscles and joints • Helps replenish magnesium levels • Helps reduce chronic pain issues associated with arthritis, fibromyalgia, back and neck pain, and regular everyday aches • Helps in recovery from jet lag, shift work, and fatigue • Produces theta brain activity • Improves visualization, concentration,mental clarity and focus • Increase sense of well being, energy, and optimism • Enhances creativity and problem solving • Naturally helps the body and mind to rejuvenate and detoxify • Promotes total calm and peaceful relaxation • Speeds the healing process and boosts immune function • Improves athletic performance

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SECOND GLANCE

Triathlon Throwback: 1997

THIS AUGUST WILL MARK THE 35TH CHICAGO TRIATHLON, AND SINCE ITS BEGINNING, A LOT HAS CHANGED. CHECK OUT SOME PICTURES FROM 20 YEARS AGO AND NOTICE HOW DIFFERENT THINGS WERE!

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